BUILT FOR PURPOSE.
DESIGNED
TO PERFORM.
Your vision. Our experience. Shared success.
ARCHITECTURE THAT PERFORMS—ACROSS INDUSTRIES, AROUND COMMUNITIES
JPR
delivers architecture
that’s grounded in purpose, built on trust, and backed by a full-service team.
At JPR, we design architecture that performs—not just structurally, but strategically.
From high school stadiums and minor league ballparks to college campuses, city halls, and dining destinations, we create spaces that work for the people that use them, the teams who maintain them, and the communities who take pride in them.
We’re not just architects, we’re part of an integrated design and engineering team. That means our clients get creativity backed by technical know-how, and beauty that’s built to last. Whether you’re expanding your operations, revitalizing a neighborhood, or planning for long-term growth, JPR brings clarity, consistency, and care to the table.
We serve a wide range of sectors, but we enter every project the same way: by asking what matters most to you.
In the pages ahead, we’ll show you how our approach adapts to the needs of each client type, through real project outcomes, sector insight, and thoughtful design that’s always built around what matters.
WHY JPR?
YEARS OF INTEGRATED
ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
ARCHITECTURE | ENGINEERING | PLANNING
ACCREDITED PROFESSIONALS
SPECIALISTS
IN SPORTS, CIVIC, EDUCATION, COMMERCIAL, AND HOSPITALITY DESIGN
MUNICIPALITIES, INSTITUTIONS, AND DEVELOPERS ACROSS THE MIDWEST
SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT FACILITIES
WHEN
ORGANIZATIONS NEED
A SPORTS FACILITY THAT PERFORMS, THEY TURN TO JPR.
We’ve become a trusted name in sports and entertainment design, known for creating athletic facilities that deliver both day-one impact and long-term value. From high school programs to collegiate venues to minor league ballparks, our team designs environments that serve athletes, fans, and communities alike with a level of insight and care that sets our work apart.
We bring deep experience across the full spectrum of athletic facility design, combining fan experience, athlete performance, and operational flow into cohesive, flexible solutions. Our projects are shaped by purpose, built to last, and tailored to reflect the identity of the schools, cities, and teams we serve.
We understand what’s at stake: Athletics programs are community touchpoints, revenue drivers, recruitment tools, and sources of pride. That’s why we design with intention, from strategic master planning and stakeholder engagement to sightline optimization, circulation planning, and revenue-generating flexibility.
We’ve worked with school boards balancing budgets, coaches focused on performance, and city officials seeking community buy-in. We speak their language, and we bring solutions that work, from press boxes to concessions, synthetic turf to integrated stormwater management.
What sets us apart isn’t just the quality of our design, it’s how we collaborate. Clients trust us because we listen first, guide with clarity, and stay commited through every phase of delivery.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
BETHANY CHRISTIAN - GOSHEN, IN
JPR partnered with Bethany Christian Schools and the City of Goshen to create a unified athletic complex Master Plan featuring upgraded facilities, improved access, and future-ready expansion.
JOHNSON MEMORIAL HEALTH ANNEX - FRANKLIN, IN FRANKLIN COLLEGE
JPR transformed a tight site and limited budget into a high-performance athletic facility, enhancing function, boosting performance, and enriching student experience at Franklin College.
ABC SUPPLY STADIUM - BELOIT, WI
Blending modern amenities with industrial heritage, this stadium redefined Beloit’s city center as a multi-use hub for baseball, retail, and civic pride–anchoring long-term revitalization efforts.
HOW DO WE GET COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR THE PROJECT?
We’ve helped clients shape public input sessions and visual materials that turn skeptics into champions.
HOW CAN WE DESIGN A STADIUM THAT FEELS FULL, EVEN WITH FLUCTUATING ATTENDANCE?
We focus on scalable seating configurations and strategic sightline planning to ensure every seat feels fully connected to the experience and immersed in the action.
CAN WE MAKE THIS A YEAR-ROUND FACILITY?
Yes! We design multiuse fieldhouses and adaptable layouts that can generate rental income during off seaons.
CAN WE PHASE THE CONSTRUCTION?
Absolutely! We often develop phased plans that align with funding cycles while keeping facilities operational.
Fans, families, teams, crowds. We design for the energy they bring and the memories they will make.
EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENTS SHOULD DO MORE THAN HOLD STUDENTS—THEY SHOULD HELP THEM THRIVE.
At JPR, we design spaces that support learning, safety, adaptability, and community engagement. From early learning centers and K-12 campuses to higher education and athletic facilities, we partner with schools to create places that perform across generations.
Every educational institution is unique, but the challenges are often shared: How do you create safe, modern environments with limited budgets and high expectations? How do you plan for today’s students while preparing for tomorrow’s programs?
JPR helps districts and institutions answer those questions through thoughtful, future-ready design. We collaborate early with administrators, school boards, and communities to understand priorities and contraints. Then we shape flexible, efficient learning environments that support evolving cirricula, diverse learning styles, and extended community use.
Our team brings extensive experience in both new construction and renovation projects, often helping clients phase improvements over time to align with funding cycles. Whether it’s a STEM addition, an updated student union, or a master-planned campus expansion, we deliver spaces that are smart, supportive, and built to last.
EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
ELKHART HIGH SCHOOL - ELKHART, IN
JPR partnered with Elkhart Community Schools to support the merger of two high schools through phased renovations, delivering flexible learning spaces, expanded dining, and student commons that enhance education and campus life.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
ELKHART CAREER CENTER - ELKHART, IN
PURDUE POLYTECHNIC - SOUTH BEND, IN
JPR partnered with Purdue University and the Renaissance District in South Bend, IN, to create a flexible, high-tech space for Purdue Polytechnic Institute—balancing modern lab needs with strict design standards in the historic Studebaker factory.
WHAT CLIENTS ASK US MOST
HOW DO WE GET COMMUNITY BUY-IN FOR A REFERENDUM OR BOND?
We can help shape messaging, public presentations, and visual materials that bring stakeholders along.
HOW DO WE DESIGN FOR GROWTH IF OUR ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS ARE UNCERTAIN?
We plan with scalable infrastructure and versatile, multipurpose spaces that are designed to adapt seamlessly as your needs evolve over time.
CAN WE BUILD THIS IN PHASES WITHOUT DISRUPTING LEARNING?
Yes! We’ve helped multiple districts implement phased upgrades that keep students on campus and class on schedule.
WHAT ARE THE BEST DESIGN PRACTICES FOR SCHOOL SAFETY?
We design with secure entry vestibules, visibility for staff, and durable, flexible materials that support safety and longevity.
We understand the pressures behind every project. These designs don’t start with drawings, they start with listening, collaboration, and trust.
COMMERCIAL & WORKPLACE
YOUR SPACE IS MORE THAN SQUARE FOOTAGE. IT’S YOUR CULTURE, YOUR WORKFLOW, AND YOUR BRAND.
JPR partners with business owners, developers, and corporate teams to design environments that support productivity, attract talent, and reflect organizational identity. Whether it’s a headquarters renovation or a new mixeduse development, we help clients build spaces that perform from the inside out.
Every commercial project starts with a question: What should this space do for our business? At JPR, we help answer that by aligning design with business goals from day-to-day function to long-term growth.
We’ve worked with fast-growing companies, regional developers, and civic-minded institutions to deliver flexible, high-performing workplaces. That means we design with purpose, whether that’s maximizing leasable space, supporting hybrid work models, or expressing a brand through architecture.
We bring clarity to complex stakeholder input, and we understand the pressures of timelines, budgets, and permitting. Our team doesn’t just design beautiful workplaces, we design smart ones that evolve with your team and help you move forward with confidence.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
SOUTH BEND INT’L. AIRPORT CARWASHSOUTH BEND, IN
JPR designed a full-service fleet facility for airport rental car companies, featuring maintenance bays, car washes, fuel stations, and office space, streamlining vehicle turnaround to keep more cars ready for incoming travelers.
JPR SOUTH BEND OFFICE - SOUTH BEND, IN
Through adaptive reuse, JPR created a collaborative, daylight-rich environment that celebrates the building’s history while supporting the firm’s multidisciplinary operations.
MARTIN MARKETING - ELKHART, IN
JPR designed a 26,000 sqaure foot modern headquarters for Martin Marketing, blending corporate offices, sales space, and light manufacturing in a visually striking facility tailored for highway visibility and operational efficiency.
WHAT CLIENTS ASK US MOST
HOW DO WE REFLECT OUR SUSTAINABILITY VALUES WITHOUT BLOWING THE BUDGET?
We offer material and mechanical system strategies that reduce energy use and communicate your brand’s values.
CAN YOU COORDINATE WITH OTHER STAKEHOLDERS OR CORPORATE LEADERSHIP?
Yes! We regularly work across project teams, ownership groups, and end users to streamline decisions and minimize disruptions.
CAN THIS DESIGN FLEX WITH HOW OUR TEAM WORKS IN THE FUTURE?
We prioritize modular layouts, shared collaboration zones, and space that adapts to hybrid work and evolving tech.
HOW DO WE MAKE THIS SPACE REFLECT OUR IDENTITY?
Through intentional use of architecture, interior finishes, and environmental graphics, we make your space speak for you.
We design for people first. Because when your team thrives, your business follows.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS CARRY MORE THAN PROGRAMS — THEY CARRY MEANING.
Libraries, city halls, and community centers shape daily life, civic identity, and public trust. At JPR, we help cities and counties deliver these spaces with thoughtful design, efficient planning, and meaningful community engagement. Whether it’s a renovation or a new civic anchor, we design for long-term value and public confidence.
Civic architecture comes with unique responsibilities. Budgets are scrutinized, decisions are public, and expectations are high. That’s why we begin every project by listening to elected officials, staff, and the people they serve.
JPR’s multidisciplinary team brings clarity to complex processes, offering integrated architechtural and engineering solutions that balance vision with cost, durability with design, and ambition with accountability.
We’ve helped communities reimagine underused buildings, expand vital services, and plan spaces that serve generations. Whether you’re updating a city hall or building a new civic hub, we focus on making the process collaborative, the outcome inspiring, and the investment worthwile.
CIVIC & COMMUNITY SPACES
CHARLES BLACK COMMUNITY CENTER -
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
BRISTOL MUNICIPAL COMPLEXBRISTOL, IN
JPR partnered with the Town of Bristol to transform an outdated facility into a modern, 13,000 square foot town hall and police station, improving
HILER MEDIA CENTER - WALKERTON, IN
Thoughtfully designed to promote community engagement, the Hiler Media Center provides Walkerton residents a warm and comfortable environment that champions technology and youth development.
WHAT CLIENTS ASK US MOST
HOW DO WE BALANCE CIVIC IDENTITY WITH BUDGET REALITIES?
We find creative ways to elevate everyday materials and prioritize long-term durability and maintenance savings.
HOW DO WE ENSURE STAFF SAFETY AND SECURE OPERATIONS?
We have incorporated CPTED principles, clearly defined public and staff zones, and emergency response measures into every aspect of our civic layout designs.
CAN YOU HELP US MANAGE PUBLIC INPUT OR FEEDBACK?
Yes! We’ve guided community engagement processes that lead to consensus and pride.
CAN THIS SPACE ADAPT OVER TIME?
We design for long-term service delivery with layouts that flex as programs grow or shift.
Public projects carry weight. We carry it with you. Thoughtfully, transparently, and together.
HOSPITALITY & DINING
GREAT HOSPITALITY DESIGN BLENDS ATMOSPHERE AND EFFICIENCY.
From independent restaurants to multilocation rollouts, JPR helps clients shape experiences that reflect their brand, support their service model, and keep guests returning. We work closely with owners, operators, and developers to design environments that feel good and function even better.
In hospitality, details define the experience. The way a space flows, how guests are welcomed, how lighting sets a mood, how staff move behind the scenes—every element contributes to comfort, consistency, and connection.
JPR’s team brings deep experience in food service, dining, and entertainment environments. We understand how to balance guest-facing design with operational functionality, and we adapt our process to each client’s goals – whether it’s speed-to-market, brand storytelling, or building a memorable flagship location.
From kitchen layouts to rooftop patios, we work across architecture, interior design, and engineering to ensure seamless execution without sacrificing creativity. Our work creates spaces that invite people in, keep service moving, and leave lasting impressions.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
BURGER KING RESTAURANTSVARIOUS LOCATIONS
JPR has partnered with Burger King franchisees nationwide since the 1990s, delivering renderings, remodels, and new builds that reflect the latest corporate branding, each tailored to site conditions, operations, and zoning requirements.
AFTER
PAPA VINO’S ITALIAN KITCHEN - MISHAWAKA, IN
JPR led a full re-image of Papa Vino’s Italian Kitchen in Mishawaka, transforming the 17-year-old building with expanded seating, upgraded finishes, and a Tuscan-inspired design—all delivered from concept to bid documents in just five months.
CHILI’S RESTAURANTSVARIOUS LOCATIONS
JPR partners with Quality Dining, Inc. to deliver prototype-driven Chili’s projects—ranging from remodels to new builds—tailored to each site and aligned with corporate branding across the Midwest and East Coast.
WHAT CLIENTS ASK US MOST
CAN WE CREATE A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE ON A TIGHT FOOTPRINT?
Absolutely! We specialize in optimizing flow and visual hierarchy in compact spaces.
HOW DO WE BALANCE CONCEPT DESIGN WITH REAL KITCHEN NEEDS?
We design front-of-house and back-of-house spaces in tandem to ensure a seamless, efficient experience for both guests and staff alike.
WHAT IF WE WANT TO EXPAND LATER?
We’ve developed scalable design systems for franchises and concepts with growth in mind.
HOW CAN DESIGN SUPPORT OUR BRAND?
Through materiality, lighting, circulation, and detailing, we create space that expresses who you are without saying a word.
Design may draw people in, but it’s thoughtful execution that brings them back. We help you deliver both.
If something you’ve seen here sparked an idea or helped you see your project in a new light, we’d love to keep the conversation going.
At JPR, we believe the best partnerships start with curiosity, clarity, and shared purpose. Whether you’re ready to go or just exploring possibilities, we’re here to listen, offer guidance, and help you take the next step with confidence.
LET’S CONNECT!
We’re here to answer questions, offer ideas, or talk through your next steps.
Djamel (Dj) Charmat Jr., AIA, NCARB Director of Architecture
dcharmat@jpr1source.com
574.232.4388
Cameron Rafinski
Business Development Lead
crafinski@jpr1source.com
574.334.6803
Andrew Cunningham, PLA Principal
acunningham@jpr1source.com
574.232.4388
LET’S BUILD SOMETHING THAT PERFORMS
